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This cozy bar and grill offers a welcoming vibe with innovative drinks and upscale American dishes that promise to delight your taste buds.

Nestled in picturesque Huntersville by Lake Norman, The Alcove at Birkdale Village blends modern luxury with a vibrant community, offering pet-friendly, stylish apartments just a stroll from trendy shops and restaurants.

This no-frills drive-thru is a breakfast and lunch gem, famous for its fluffy biscuits stuffed with savory fillings that keep locals coming back.

Lantern in Chapel Hill serves up exquisite Asian fusion dishes crafted from local ingredients in a chic, cozy space perfect for date nights.

Leah & Louise is a cozy juke joint serving up inventive Southern comfort food and craft cocktails, making every meal a delightful experience.

George W. Vanderbilt’s iconic French Renaissance château features 250 rooms, lavish gardens & tours.

Morgan Street Food Hall in downtown Raleigh is a lively haven for food lovers, featuring a diverse array of trendy eateries and pop-up vendors, perfect for casual bites with friends or a relaxed solo meal.

Boutique landmark with traditionally decorated rooms, a free shuttle & a fine-dining restaurant. This refined boutique hotel, dating from 1929, is one of the National Trust for Historic Preservation's Historic Hotels of America. It's a 2-minute walk from the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and 9 minutes from Time Warner Cable Arena. Rooms offer 1920s ambiance, and include writing desks, armoires and marble bathrooms. Modern perks include flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, free Wi-Fi and Keurig coffeemakers. A penthouse suite adds double balconies. Room service is available. Free perks include an area shuttle and evening cookies. There's an upscale Southern restaurant, and a 24-hour business center. Meeting and event space is offered.

This cool bakery in the Triangle shines with its scrumptious breakfast sandwiches, fresh-baked goods, and a welcoming vibe perfect for chilling out.

Tucked beneath the Durham Distillery, this moody Art Deco lounge serves up stellar gin cocktails and small bites, perfect for casual outings in style.